Oral and folk tradition recounts that St. Brigid, whose feast day is celebrated in Ireland on Feb. 1, made a cross from rushes ... and their dry and pale yellow color resembles that of straw.

With St. Brigid's Day 2025 upon us, we figured you might want to brush up on the history and traditions of the iconic St. Brigid's Cross - and learn how to make your own! In 2023, Ireland ushered ...